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California Native Plant

Pinus sabiniana

Foothill, Gray or Digger Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Betsy Thompson

 

Description

This ornamental evergreen grows to form one or two forks, and reaches maturity with a thin crown and small, drooping branches. Although it can withstand drought, the foliage becomes much richer when it is properly irrigated.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.